Bigg Boss Telugu 10: First-Day Tensions Rise as Mukesh Gowda, Thrigun and Shalini Clash Over Magic Keys

The much-awaited tenth season of Bigg Boss Telugu has begun, and the reality show appears to be heading straight into drama. Hosted by Nagarjuna, the new season opened with 16 contestants entering the house, but the calm of the opening day did not last for long. A newly released promo for the upcoming episode hints at an early disagreement involving actors Mukesh Gowda and Thrigun, along with contestant Shalini, over the selection of special powers.

The conflict revolves around the show's newly introduced Magic Keys, which are connected to special powers inside the Bigg Boss house. While these keys may give contestants an advantage, the process of deciding who deserves the remaining powers has already created differences among the housemates.

Bigg Boss Telugu 10 begins with 16 contestants

The tenth season, reportedly themed around “Dasavatharam,” started with a mix of film actors, television personalities, comedians, digital creators and contestants who entered through the Agnipariksha route. The confirmed lineup includes Mukesh Gowda, Thrigun, Shalini, Varshini Sounderajan, Krishnudu, Chaitra Rai, Debjani Modak, Auto Ram Prasad, Temper Vamsi and several other contestants.

The season has also placed considerable emphasis on the Magic Keys from the very beginning. During the launch, contestants competed in tasks to earn these keys, setting up the power-based format for the opening phase of the game.

According to the promo report, eight housemates had already secured eight of the available powers through the initial tasks. The remaining two powers became the reason for the first significant disagreement inside the house.

Magic Keys become the first source of tension

For the final two powers, the contestants who had already won Magic Keys were reportedly asked to choose two more housemates. What might have been a straightforward selection quickly turned into a debate.

Thrigun appears to have taken a strong position while discussing the contestants who should receive the opportunity. His decision did not sit comfortably with everyone.

Shalini questioned whether all the contestants' opinions were being considered before arriving at a conclusion. The disagreement suggests that the housemates were already beginning to establish different approaches toward decision-making, despite being together for only a short period.

Mukesh Gowda also challenged Thrigun's approach. The actor, known to Telugu television audiences for his role as Rishi in Guppedantha Manasu, was shown disagreeing with the manner in which the discussion was being handled.

The exchange has attracted attention because it could mark the beginning of a larger rivalry between some of the contestants.

Thrigun's choices questioned

One of the key points shown in the promo concerns the selection of Vamsi and Krishnudu. Thrigun reportedly argued that Aman had not contributed sufficiently to the game and instead backed Vamsi and Krishnudu.

However, Shalini objected to what she perceived as a quick decision without hearing everyone's arguments. Mukesh Gowda also expressed a similar concern, suggesting that Thrigun may have been too quick to assume that he had all the answers.

The disagreement gives viewers an early glimpse into how contestants may approach the strategic side of the season. In Bigg Boss, even seemingly small decisions can influence relationships, alliances and future nominations, making the Magic Key selection more important than it initially appears.

Mukesh Gowda's unexpected side gets attention

Mukesh Gowda's involvement in the disagreement is particularly interesting for his television followers. The actor has a strong recognition among Telugu serial viewers, and his participation in the reality show was already expected to generate interest.

The promo, however, presents a different side of him. Rather than staying away from confrontation during the opening days, Mukesh is seen directly questioning Thrigun's approach.

This could potentially become an important storyline if disagreements between the two continue in subsequent episodes.

What happens to the remaining Magic Keys?

The promo deliberately leaves the outcome unclear. While the disagreement over the selection process is visible, viewers still have to watch the full episode to find out exactly how the discussion concludes and which contestants ultimately receive the remaining two special powers.

With the season only just underway, the early confrontation could also influence the relationships that develop inside the house. Contestants who appear to be on opposing sides during the first task may eventually form alliances, while today's disagreements could become recurring conflicts as the competition becomes more intense.

For Bigg Boss Telugu 10, the opening episode may have introduced the contestants, but the first promo suggests that the real game has already begun. The Magic Keys have given the housemates their first major strategic challenge—and, in the process, appear to have created the season's first spark of conflict.